The Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is set to officially open its doors on December 17, 2024, and final preparations are in full swing. With just one week remaining, crews and Cast Members are working to ensure the newest addition to the Disney Vacation Club portfolio is ready to welcome its first guests.
Exterior Finishing Touches
The exterior of the Island Tower is nearly complete. Crews have been adding the final details, including the installation of signage at the arrival area to guide guests as they check in. Landscaping enhancements are also being finalized, bringing lush, tropical greenery to the property.
Interior Preparations
Inside, the focus is on the finishing touches. Crews are working to complete interior design elements and ensure all amenities are operational. Cast Members are also preparing the Island Tower for the first wave of guests, which includes readying the resort's new restaurant, the Wailulu Bar and Grill.
The 10-story tower will feature a variety of room types, complete with original artwork inspired by the Polynesian Islands, wayfinding and the natural elements – earth, water, wind and sky.
Each guest room will also feature custom pieces inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios film, "Moana."
Duo Studios
With inspiration from the stars and the sky that the wayfinders used for celestial navigation, the bright and airy duo studios will offer the perfect retreat for two.
Studios for Families of Four
Celebrating the lush flora and fauna of the islands, the deluxe studios will sleep up to four and include a first-of-its-kind feature for Disney Vacation Club deluxe studios – a dishwasher. The deluxe studios in the Island Tower will have a new layout, including a cozy seating area across from the kitchenette.
One- & Two-Bedroom Villas for the Entire Family
You and your family and friends will be able to spread out in a one- or two-bedroom villa, sleeping up to five and nine, respectively. Through unique artwork, each villa will showcase a voyager's journey both on land and under the sea. Embracing the beauty of water or earth, these spaces will feature a kitchen with full-size appliances, a dining area, a washer and dryer, and an outdoor patio area.
NEW Two-Bedroom Penthouse Villas
Disney Vacation Club will introduce a brand-new type of accommodation in Island Tower: two-bedroom penthouse villas. Themed after the calming balance between water and the islands, the villas will sleep up to eight and boast a spacious living room, and spectacular views of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom Park from an expansive patio balcony.
Sustainable Design Details at the Island Tower
Several features within guest rooms contribute to the Island Tower's sustainable design, in line with Disney's 2030 environmental goals. For example, in addition to the convenience that comes with the first-ever dishwashers in the tower's studios, they also contribute to Disney's goal of minimizing waste by reducing the need for plastic utensils and single-use dishware. The plush rugs and carpets inside guest rooms are made from mostly recycled plastic bottles woven into fine yarn that feels like silk.
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